Someone had a smart idea (not me), to compile a list of synth technicians and repair shops. The subject of 'techs' comes up quite often, so this may be a useful resource.

If you have used a good tech or repairer, let us know by posting in this thread. The following information would be useful:

Name
Location: country and state/city/county or whatever
Any specialism: new/vintage/ moogs etc.
Contact number (I don't fancy using e-mail addresses)
web site (if they have one)
Anything else that may be useful

Audio Electronics in Dallas, Texas USA has an impressive line list that includes new synth makers like Novation and Nord, as well as many vintage analog synthesizers: Oberheim, ARP, Linn, Moog, Sequential Circuits, etc.

While I have not used James direct yet, I have had lots of gear that was serviced by him from when I got stuff from Music Control. Again a nice guy and one who does a great job.

There is also Kent Spong at KSR, he can be reached on 020 8873 2044. I had my Jupiter 8 repaired by him and he does most of the restoration work for RL Music. However I would may be not use him for Servicing or Electronics work, more for the cosmetic side of things.

Some of the other tech's in the UK I could tell you horror stories about if you wanted, but I have tried never to deal with them.

In the US I have had dealings with Kevin Lightner at www.synthfool.com and he was first class, however he tends to be booked up alot and does not service everything anymore, just the top notch vintage stuff.

This guy repaired my Microwave 2. I had to take out the motherboard and ship it to Germany. Not the most convenient way of getting things done, but with the company gone, there really aren't many options if something goes wrong with your Waldorf synth.